James B Johnson Wreck

Field Value
James b johnson Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 47.773 N,74 5.434 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.796210
  • Longitude: -74.090570
Reported Year 1890
Name JAMES B JOHNSON
Type schooner
Flag US
Length 28 m
Width 8.3 m
Draught 2.5
Tonnage 148
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo 225 ton lumber
Date Sunk Jan 23, 1890

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED

General Comments

Owner: George Shaw, Year Built: 1858, Where Built: Nacote Creek, Galloway, NJ, Construction: Wood, Home Port: Philadelphia, PA, Departure Port: Bogue Inlet, NC, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: Smith Shaw, Crew: 4, Lives Lost: 0, Ship Value: $4,500, Cargo Value: $1,600, USLSS Station: Forked River 15, 16, 17, Misc Information: #12912

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FAQ

Where is the JAMES B JOHNSON wreck located?

The JAMES B JOHNSON wreck is located at coordinates 39 47.773 N,74 5.434 W.

When did the JAMES B JOHNSON sink?

The JAMES B JOHNSON sank on Jan 23, 1890.

What country did the JAMES B JOHNSON belong to?

The JAMES B JOHNSON belonged to US.

What cargo was the JAMES B JOHNSON carrying?

The JAMES B JOHNSON was carrying 225 ton lumber.

What was the tonnage of the JAMES B JOHNSON?

The JAMES B JOHNSON had a tonnage of 148 tons.

What type of wreck is the JAMES B JOHNSON?

The JAMES B JOHNSON is classified as a schooner.

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